As China’s repression intensifies, the Beijing LGBT Centre was closed

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The Beijing LGBT Center, a prominent non-profit organization dedicated to providing support and advocacy for the LGBT community in China, has been forced to shut down due to increasing pressure from the Chinese government.

The organization, which was founded in 2013, provided resources and support for those facing discrimination due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. It also organized events and campaigns to raise awareness of LGBT issues in China.

The center’s closure comes amid a growing crackdown on civil society in China, as the government has sought to tighten its grip on freedom of expression and dissent. In recent years, there have been numerous reports of LGBT activists being harassed and detained by authorities.

The closure of the Beijing LGBT Center is a blow to the LGBT community in China, which is already facing considerable challenges. It is also a stark reminder of the government’s willingness to stifle dissent and target vulnerable communities.

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